Despejo (en. Clearness)

/desˈpeɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
State of unblocking or clarity.
The sky was clear after the storm.
El cielo estaba despejo después de la tormenta.
Process of eliminating what obstructs the view.
We need a clearing of the road to continue.
Necesitamos un despejo de la carretera para continuar.

Etymology

From Latin 'despeccare', which means 'to take off' or 'to neglect' in terms of freeing from obstacles.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mental clarity
State of clarity in thoughts.
despejo mental
clearing of ideas
Process of organizing and clarifying thoughts or ideas.
despejo de ideas

Related Words

to clear
Process of removing obstacles or clarifying.
despejar
cleared
Adjective that describes a place that is free of obstructions.
despejado

Slang Meanings

When referring to having a clean mind free of worries.
Today I have a clear mind to study.
Hoy tengo la mente despeja para estudiar.
Referring to someone who is very calm or relaxed.
After a vacation, I'm completely clear.
Después de unas vacaciones, estoy totalmente despejo.